In this module students will undertake individual research projects. You will gain skills in conducting and directing scientific research, data analysis and interpretation, problem solving and communication of results, culminating in the writing of your dissertation.
Private Study: 90 Hours
Contact Hours: 60 Hours
Total: 150 Hours
• Progress Report (2 hours) – 10%
• Presentation (4 hours) – 20%
• Supervisor Assessment – 20%
• Dissertation (20 hours) – 50%
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1. Demonstrate knowledge and systematic understanding of core and foundation scientific concepts, terminology, theory, and laboratory practice and methods in relation to the conducting scientific research in the chemical sciences.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and systematic understanding of areas of project specific knowledge including computational chemistry, organic and inorganic synthesis and advanced characterisation methods.
3. Appreciate developments at the forefront of specific areas of chemical sciences.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the subject and to apply such knowledge to develop, plan, conduct and report scientific research.
5. Recognise and analyse problems and plan strategies for their solution by the evaluation, interpretation and synthesis of scientific information and data.
6. Demonstrate skills in the safe handling of chemical materials, taking into account their physical and chemical properties, including any specific hazards associated with their use and to risk assess such hazards.
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